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Town hall meetings 'most important' in reform processes- Kedrick E. Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The upcoming series of town hall meetings under the Governance, Reform, Education and Awareness Transformation (G.R.E.A.T) Virgin Islands (VI)— G.R.E.A.T VI—initiative, is perhaps the most important aspect of the processes involved in reshaping governance in the Virgin Islands, according to Mr Kedrick E. Malone, the Governance Reform Delivery Manager.
Jr Tourism Minister deems inaugural Tourism Summit as ‘very successful’
PETER ISLAND, VI- The recently concluded Tourism Summit has been dubbed a success.
Consultations & educational drive begin on Public Service Management Act, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Deputy Governor has embarked on an initiative themed ‘Transforming Together’ as they bring the now assented to Public Service Management Act, 2024 to public officers and the public.
Additional consultations being made to address Register of Interest Act – Archer Jr
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr says following the reading of the Register of Interest Amendment Bill, 2024 on March, 7, 2024 the Office of the Deputy Governor has now begun additional consultation to address issues raised in the sitting of the House.
Constitutional Review Commission to hold public meeting for Belongers living in USVI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Although the period for persons in the [British] Virgin Islands to make their contribution to the constitutional review process is officially closed, the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC), in an effort to be as inclusive as possible, will be holding a consultative public meeting for Belongers residing in the US Virgin Islands (USVI).
Existing law & Cabinet policy on Residency for Belongership ‘not fit for purpose’- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Noting that the topic of Immigration and Reform is one of the most sensitive issues that the Virgin Islands must address, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said a dialogue must begin in earnest on what is in the best interest of the Virgin Islands, beginning with the granting of Residency status for the purpose of Belongership.
Register of Interests Act withdrawn after strong objections from civil servants
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Following strong objections from civil servants and even Members of the House of Assembly (HoA), the Government of National Unity has withdrawn the Register of Interests Act, 2022, after consultations with the local civil service.
Unity Gov’t slammed for ignoring concerns with Register of Interests bill
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Civil Service Association (VISCA) has slammed the National Unity Government of Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) for trying to swiftly pass the Register of Interests Act in the House of Assembly (HoA) despite the many concerns by both HoA Members and public servants and the lack of consultation on the Bill.
Stop giving out Belonger status ’period'- Bevin S. George
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Member of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Mr Bevin S. George has called on the Government of National Unity to put a stop to the issuing of Belonger status as he believes it is causing confusion and will put locals at a disadvantage.
Unity Gov’t to engage public on final proposal to UK beginning June 20
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Beginning Monday, June 20, 2022, the Government of National Unity will be engaging the public in a series of meetings to discuss the final proposal submitted to the United Kingdom (UK), regarding the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Report recommendations.

